Knowledge on Tap: Historic Sanford Avenue and Sanford's Black Communities

Schedule

Tue Dec 09 2025 at 07:00 pm to 09:00 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

419 Sanford Ave, Sanford, FL 32771-1970, United States | Sanford, FL

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Explore the rich history of Sanford Avenue, once the heart of the historic African American shopping district in Sanford.
Discover how notable public figures like Zora Neale Hurston and Dr. Starkle lived in Sanford and supported businesses along this historic street. This lecture will also uncover the origins and development of Sanford’s African American communities and their lasting impact on the city’s cultural landscape.
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419 Sanford Ave, Sanford, FL 32771-1970, United States

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